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CHAPTER 73: Trust
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The Alpha's Second Chance CHAPTER 74: Suddenly...
HELENA’S POV: I pace relentlessly across the ornate carpet of my bedroom. My eyes blaze with a cruel, cold fire as I clutch my phone to my ear, my long, raven-black hair cascading in a wave of locks down my back. "Victor!" I hiss through clenched teeth, my voice laced with anger, "You imbecile. You and your lackeys were supposed to have them under control by now. Do you know what's at stake here?" Victor, on the other end of the line, stammers in response, his voice quaking with fear. -["I-I'm sorry, Miss Helena. They’ve completely slipped through our grasp. It was as if they vanished into thin air."]-My fingers tighten around my phone, my crimson nails biting into my palm. I fight to keep my temper in check, knowing that it’s fear, not anger, that will drive me point home. "You imbecile! I don't pay you for excuses. I pay you for results. Those enemies are a threat to everything I've worked for. Well, start imagining what I can do to you and your families if you don’t find them!
The Alpha's Second Chance CHAPTER 75: A Dream of a Reality?
The soft light of dawn filters through the curtains, casting a gentle glow over my bedroom. I stir, my eyes blinking open, and for a moment, I can’t quite grasp the reality of my surroundings. I reach out to the empty side of the bed, the cool sheets confirming what my heart has already begun to suspect. "Braxton?" I call out, my voice hesitant and trembling with the morning's stillness. There’s no answer, only the distant sound of a bird's chirping. I sit up, pulling the covers off me as a wave of confusion washes over me.Has it all been a dream? The memory of Braxton standing at my door the night before feels like a fading echo of a beautiful dream, but the warmth of his embrace, the scent of his perfume, and the taste of his kiss linger in my senses, all too vivid to be a mere fantasy. I’ve been so sure he was real.Rubbing my eyes, I scan the room for any signs of him. But he’s nowhere to be found. Fixing my robe, I head out of my bedroom, then descend the staircase, my steps
The Alpha's Second Chance CHAPTER 76: Fearful Consequences
The room feels stifling, and my heart races, pounding against my chest like a frantic caged bird. Panic courses through my veins, leaving me trembling, and every rustle of the air-conditioner makes me jump. Ethan, as well as the ‘nobody’ and her child, is supposed to be my ticket to an easy life, my path to be with Braxton’s side for the rest of our lives. But because everything has gone horribly wrong, now he’s here, his presence lurking at the edge of my eyes, a ghostly specter haunting the dark corners of my mind. The fear is a relentless beast, gnawing at my insides, and the weight of my actions presses down on me like an insurmountable burden. What will he do? What will he say? Will he tell Alpha Trayton, Braxton, his pack and the authorities about what I did? The mere thought of it sends shivers down my spine. I imagine the judgmental eyes of the police, their handcuffs closing around my wrists, the clang of a jail cell door. But it doesn’t stop there. The ramifications of m
The Alpha's Second Chance CHAPTER 77: The First Few Acts
BRAXTON’S POV: The door creaks open, revealing the tall, willowy figure of Helena, her dark hair cascading around her pale face. She hesitantly steps into the room, the sound of her high heels echoing ominously on the marbled floor. Her eyes dart nervously around the room, taking in the sinister feeling Ethan’s earlier presence brings to her. I watch her with predatory thoughts in my head, relishing the way her fingers twitch and her eyes flutter. "Helena," I purr, my voice dripping with honeyed charm. "Do come and sit. We have matters to discuss." She walks tentatively to the sofa, her heels continue to click ominously. Her bangs fail to hide her sweaty forehead. She has always been a master of deceit, but her fear is etched on her face like a scarlet letter. She lowers herself into the same sofa I’m sitting on with a few inches from me, her posture rigid, her body language betraying her unease. I lean forward, my fingers dancing along the edge of her ear. "Dad and I are discuss
The Alpha's Second Chance CHAPTER 78: Surprises!
The forest lays shrouded in an eerie silence, as if nature itself has hushed to bear witness to the confrontation that’s about to transpire. A thick canopy of ancient trees block out the moonlight, and the only illumination comes from the cold, distant stars. The air is heavy with the scent of damp earth and pine. I stand in the center of the small clearing. By my side stand my Gammas, loyal to the core, unflinching in their devotion to me. Jackson, my right-hand man, a towering figure with a rugged face etched with years of unswerving loyalty. Sarah, my brilliant cousin, holds herself with an air of quiet authority, her mind always a step ahead in this high-stakes game. Next to her is Ethan, a man whom I trust won't betray Eloise’s trust. Across from us are Helena’s three rogues, weary and shocked. I say in a voice that’s like a whip in the stillness. “You do what I will demand, I’ll pay you more than what Helena is and will be paying you, and I will make sure no harm will come y
The Alpha's Second Chance CHAPTER 79: The Fire of Vengeance and Justice
I gaze out of the window of the living area, the cityscape beyond shrouded in the early morning twilight.My enemies, those who have tormented me, who have dared to take away my mate and my child from me, they loom like specters in the periphery of my thoughts. They give me more than enough reasons to harbor a burning desire for retribution, for vindication. The injustices they’ve heaped upon me and my family have festered like an open wound, and I’ve sworn to myself that I won’t rest until they pay for their transgressions. I can’t fail this time, I have to be the protector, the guardian, that my growing family needs. My unborn child and Maddox, innocent and pure, deserve a life unburdened by the vendettas that’s consuming me, but I gotta do what I gotta do. As I clench my fists, the promises I made to myself echo in my mind like an unbreakable oath. Then, Squall’s voice echoes next.-”We will dismantle our enemies, not out of vengeance, but out of necessity. For every plot they ha
The Alpha's Second Chance CHAPTER 80: One More Day
HELENA’S POV: I stand in front of the full-length mirror of Laurant Duval’s luxurious bridal boutique. The gown, an exquisite confection of silk and lace, cascades around me like a waterfall of ivory. Its intricate beading sparkles like a thousand stars, and the train stretches out behind me like a river of satin. Though there are still a few more missing details, it still looks as gorgeous as I imagine it to be. My excited reflection gazes back at me, brimming with anticipation. "Helena, aren’t you ready yet?" calls a voice from behind the changing room door. I can’t suppress a sly smile as I take my time, relishing the moment. This is my special day, my moment to shine even brighter. With a final, exaggerated sigh, I sweep the door open, the gown trailing behind me, and reveal myself to Braxton. His eyes widen at the sight of me in the breathtaking gown, but before he could utter a word, I cut him off with a triumphant flourish. "Isn't it divine, my dear? I mean, it's worth ever
The Alpha's Second Chance CHAPTER 81: Disastrous News
The tranquility of my rest is shattered when the heavy oak door to my bedroom creaks open. Someone enters, based on the scent, it’s Liza. Her steps are as hushed as her apologetic voice. "Miss Helena," she whispers, barely daring to intrude upon my realm of dreams. My eyes flutter open, and my irritation is immediate. My glare blazes with anger, and my voice is a sharp lash as I demand, "What is it?! Can’t you see I’m in the middle of my sleep?!" Liza, her cheeks pale and voice trembling, stammers, "Forgive me, but there’s something you need to know. The gown designer, Mr. Laurent Duval, who was to deliver your wedding gown earlier today, had been ambushed on his way here." My eyes widen in surprise, then they narrow when my fury intensifies at the unwelcoming news, my slender fingers clenching the sheets. I get up, swing my legs over the edge of the bed and stand, my regal bearing disappears in my disheveled state. "Ambushed? How dare he delay the delivery of my gown!" Liza he
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